Bucs' Baker Mayfield Delights Fans in 2024 NFL Pro Bowl Skills Challenge

The 2024 Pro Bowl Skills Showdown kicked off on Thursday night, with members of the NFC and AFC teams squaring off in several competitions to earn points for each conference.

These challenges included Precision Passing, High Stakes, Closest to the Pin, Snap Shots, and Dodgeball.

The night began with Precision Passing, as each quarterback got a chance to show their accuracy. Baker Mayfield and C.J. Stroud advanced to the final round, with Mayfield winning the competition and earning three points for the NFC.

It was a measure of redemption for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers signal-caller, who jokingly referenced his interception at the end of the team's loss in the divisional round.

Up next was the High Stakes challenge, as players competed to see who could catch the most punts in a row without dropping the ball from the previous reception. Special teams ace Miles Killebrew of the Pittsburgh Steelers helped the AFC get on the board with his impressive showing, tying the overall score at 3-3.

Closest to the Pin followed shortly after, as six players battled in a golf accuracy competition. Dallas Cowboys punter Bryan Anger helped the NFC take the lead once again, 6-3.

Next was the Snap Shots contest, as long snappers and centers tested their ability to hit targets and earn points for their respective conferences. Although Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce struggled as he attempted to secure five points in the competition, Minnesota Vikings long snapper Andrew DePaola scored nine points in his appearance to give the NFC a victory.

Heading into the final contest of the day, the NFC led 9-3.

Rounding out Thursday's action was the dodgeball tournament, featuring teams of players on both sides of the ball. First up, offensive players from the AFC defeated several NFC defenders to secure a victory in the opening game.

NFC's offensive players were able to defeat the AFC defense after Dallas Cowboys receiver CeeDee Lamb hit Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick to win the second game.

The NFC currently holds a 12-6 lead over the AFC heading into Sunday, when Pro Bowl action will continue. The two teams will play in a flag football game, with Peyton Manning coaching the AFC while Eli Manning coaches the NFC. Coverage begins at 3 p.m. ET.